Elegant Edwardian Home Set In Magnificent Gardens

Craigholm is an exceptional, double-gable fronted Edwardian residence of character and elegance, standing proud on a generous site of approximately zero point four two hectare / one point zero four seven acres of mature, private gardens. Built between eighteen ninety-nine and nineteen oh two, the property is a fine example of classic Edwardian architecture, with many distinctive Arts and Crafts influences so typical of this road and favored amongst buyers. The architectural design of this era is evident throughout to include the part red brick and render double-bay front complete with ornamental bargeboards, sash windows, timber flooring and panelled ceilings.

Craigholm is a distinguished period home that exudes period charm providing spacious and comfortable family accommodation over three levels. The large reception hallway with open fire and dado rail creates a cozy welcome and sets the tone for what lies within. The bright dual aspect drawing room with bay window overlooking the lawns and Adams fireplace offers a refined setting for formal gatherings. The adjoining living room, also featuring an Adam’s style fireplace, provides a more relaxed everyday space and connects seamlessly with the charming garden room. The garden room, a thoughtfully designed later addition, is flooded with natural light from windows on two sides and French doors opening to the garden. With exposed brick walls, ceramic tiled flooring, warm wooden panelling and a distinctive circular feature window, the room creates a wonderful link between house and garden. Off the hallway there is a substantial cloakroom and separate guest toilet. The kitchen cum breakfast room has a relaxed family ambiance centered around a large exposed brick hearth with inset Gazco gas burning stove. In addition there are double doors from here to a sheltered south facing patio area. Off the kitchen there is a well-equipped utility room with Belfast sink and door to the playroom. To the rear of the house lies a particularly elegant formal dining room easily accessed from the kitchen and positioned beside a traditional Butler’s Pantry. This impressive room invites entertaining on a grand scale. Double doors from here lead to the conservatory with koi pond.

Upstairs on the first return there is a study and two separate bathrooms. The first floor is home to the splendidly proportioned dual aspect main bedroom suite complete with walk-in dressing room with mirrored slide robes and shower room. It enjoys an attractive square panelled ceiling and ornate cast iron fireplace with brass inset. There are four further double bedrooms on this floor (one ensuite) and a charming galleried landing to the second floor. Here there are two attic spaces and another bathroom.

Craigholm stands as a truly charming and distinguished Edwardian home with magnificent period features enjoying splendid proportions rarely found in modern houses. The generous accommodation is further enhanced by generous attic space, coach house w/ entertainment room, studio, garage w/ three stables providing amazing potential for a range of lifestyle or creative uses.

OUTSIDE:
Craigholm sits proud on an exceptionally large site of just over one acre. In line w/ tradition on this road the house is positioned well back from the main road giving it both presence & privacy.

Four Bay Garage: Located on the northern boundary parallel to Kerrymount Avenue. This PVC coated steel shed (12m x 5.5m) enjoys ceramic tiled flooring & four up-and-over doors ideal for car or boat enthusiasts.

Coach House & Stables: Positioned to the back ofthe house onthe eastern boundaryisacoachhouse. Thisprovidesforfurthergaragespacewithupandoverdoor. Onthegroundfloorlevelthereisastudio/officewhichwaspreviouslyusedasastudioforpictureframingandisopentointerpretationdependingonrequirements. Onfirstfloorthereisaverylargespacewithwoodenflooringcurrentlybeingusedasasnookerroombutcouldberepurposedforavarietyofusestoincludeyoga/pilatesstudioorhomeoffice. Itmayalsobesuitedforancillaryaccommodationforafamilyrelative/nanny/au-pair. Inadditiontherearethree stablesw/splitdoors.

Positionedonoveranacrethegardenshavebeen nurturedandestablishedovertheyearstocreatedifferentgardenzonesforenjoyment,strategicallypositionedmaximisingtheorientation. Acourtyardsettingispositionedtothebackofthehouse. Thepavedarea isa combinationofloosegravelornamentalpavingtoincludeacirculardesignandmatureflowerbeds. Awroughtirongateleadstothesouthfacingsidegardenwithattractivestonecutwall. HeretwomatureEuropeanbeechtreeshaveintertwinedandliterallymarriedtogetherprovidingintrigueandgreatprivacywheninleaf. Theadditionoftwoextensionshascreated,outsidebreakfastroom,shelteredprivate south facngpatioarea. Tothefrontofthehouse twogentlestepsleaddowntothelawn. AnornamentalfountainwithfourimpressiveJapanesehollytreescreatesasenseofformality. TotheleftofthedrivewayasyoudriveinisaseparatelawnwithfeatureSweetGum tree&isdefinedinpartbyaneatlyclippedyewtreepunctuatedbyaclematiscladpergola. Agravelleddrivewayleadstothehouse&parkingaprontothesiteunveilingtheviewofCraigholminallitsglory.

Setamidstbeautifully matureandprivategardens,CraigholmrepresentsarareopportunitytoacquireasubstantialperiodresidenceoftimelessappealinoneofFoxrock’smostsought-afteraddresses.

LOCATION:
Exceptionallywelllocatedinthisexclusivesuburbapproximately12kmfromStephen’sGreenandwithinwalkingdistanceofFoxrockVillage. Thisquaintvillageenjoysaselectionofpopulareateriesrestaurantsandspecialistfoodshops. For moreextensiveshoppingfacilities,DunnesStoresatCornelscourtandtheParkRetailcentreareclosebyaswellasanumberofconvenientstoresintheParkSCinCabinteely. FoxrockGolfClubisasortdistanceawayasisdrivingrangeatLeopardstownGolfClub&CarrickminesCroquet&LawnTennisClubforthesportingenthusiast. AnexcellentselectionofschoolsarenearbyincludingthenewlyopenedNordAngliaInternationalSchool,theLyceeFrancaisd’Irlande,HollyparkBoys&GirlsNationalSchool. StBrigid’sBoys&GirlsNationalSchool&manyfineSouthCountyDublin’sSecondarySchoolsincludingBlackrockCollege,MounAnvilleStAndrew’sCollege&LoretoFoxrockareashortcommuteaway. TheQualityBusCorridorontheN11provideseasyaccesstoDublinCityCentre,theM50interchangeisclosebyasisLUASatCarrickmines.